Latino Lubbock Magazine Volume 16, Issue 4, April/abril 2022

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"Welcome to Our Nest"

By Christy Martinez-Garcia

For the April issue I used a nest of Easter eggs reflecting new life. Easter is the principal festival of the Christian church, a celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ on the third day after his Crucifixion. So where do the colored eggs fit in? Eggs are a symbol of the regeneration that comes with springtime. This was also extended to the new life of the faithful followers of Christ.

Three eggs remind me of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. I included the dandelion flowers and leaves because they remind me of when my daughter Amaris would pick these flowers for me as they started sprouting in the yard. As we placed Easter eggs I always positioned them around the dandelion flowers. Happy Easter y Felices Pascuas!

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Word from the Publisher Political Opportunity/Business Health/Salud Earth Day Info Education/Youth Faith & Religion Memorials

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"Provide Lubbock news from a Latino perspective for the emerging voice of Lubbock with objectivity, professionalism, cultural competency and understanding, and accuracy; and, give Latinos a publication by, about, and for them that they can take pride in; as well as the community a tool for better understanding and creating dialogue."

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pring is here! I love this season and the memories of my daughter, Amaris as a child during Easter. She would always wake up smiling.

At Easter, my husband Frank and I would start early to hang a flag that displayed a cross with lilies on a purple background - representing Christ's resurrection, which has continued to be displayed for 22 years.

We had a family tradition, Frank would hide the eggs, and I would help her get dressed - we would put on her slippers and bunny ears, and we'd take her out to have her very own Easter egg hunt. She would collect all the eggs, candy, and Easter toys. And alongside her, our poodle Sticker would follow her and lead her to the treats. After, she was so overwhelmed with her filled Easter basket. We made it fun, and it was always such a special time for us.

Later, we'd go to church and then look forward to our Easter brunch which had a variety of foods reflective of our culture and family tradition.

Then, we'd gather with our family and have more food and fun.

Even today, one of our favorite traditions is cracking cascarones on the heads of family and friends for fun. While cascarones are fun, they’re also symbolic in the sense that we are cracking them on our heads to bring us to our senses at Easter, as well as knockout our bad habits. Either way, they are fun!

Over the years, our family has grown, as have our traditions and each generation. And in some cases, some of our family has grown apart, but something about Easter brings us back together even if it is just for a few hours.

This is a special time in so many ways. And while not all my friends are Christian, including not all my readers, it is important for me to share what I value and believe because even though I strive to be objective, I am a follower of Christ Jesus. I strive to emulate Him through my actions... and through this publication.

In this month's issue, we include information about Child Abuse Prevention, Earth Day, Arbor Day, Autism, and so much more!

We extended nominations for the Adelante Awards, which recognize Hispanic men committed to family, community, careers, and making our community a better place. Read more details on this page, or visit www. loshermanosfamilia.org As you can see, there are many items of interest in this month's issue of Latino Lubbock Magazine. We continue to remind you of the importance of Latinos stepping up and being heard and getting involved and informed on current issues for the greater good of our families. That said, I remind you of important voter registration deadlines and voting dates around the corner!

Don’t forget you can find us on stands, and, online at www.latinolubbock. net also check out our social media pages for up-to-the-minute updates.

Y como siempre, Latino Lubbock is committed to our community. Thank you for your support and for reading Latino Lubbock Magazine. We are grateful to be 100,000 readers strong and appreciate our advertisers who help make it possible to keep our publication free.

Till next month, thank you for your support and may God bless you! ¡Gracias por su apoyo! Que dios los bendiga. PEACE and random acts of kindness. Que las bendiciones de dios estén contigo siempre!

Sinceramente, Christy Martinez-Garcia Publisher & Latino Market Specialist Latino Lubbock Magazine "Lubbock News from a Latino Perspective"

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Submissions may be edited for clarity or space consideration. Letters are not acknowledged. Opinions expressed in letters and Op-Ed articles do not necessarily represent the views of Latino Lubbock Magazine.

PRAYERS FOR UKRAINE Please urge your readers to pray for Ukraine. It's hard to watch the news and see the reports about innocent people.

These are very difficult times we're all facing. Please pray for those in leadership and to the families of Ukraine that they never lose hope.

Thanks, Michael Smith DO RISING PRICES MEAN WE'LL GET BETTER SERVICE? Disappointed that the prices of everything have gone up. Some things I understand, but some are just the Jones keeping up with the Jones. My family and I went to eat at a restaurant, and unfortunately the prices went up, unfortunately the quality and service didn't. Shouldn't rising prices mean we'll get better service?

Michelle H. Perez

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK Christy, you know that I have admired you and thanked you in the past for your great energy and productivity and especially for the breadth of your commitment to our community and to our Latino people and for all you have done and continue to do for our community. God Bless You and your family abundantly.

I can honestly say that I have thoroughly read every issue of Latino Lubbock since its inception and have frequently felt the urge to send a thank you for a particular story or for an entire issue. (I cannot remember a single issue I may have missed for whatever reason.) I read every issue cover-to-cover including the business ads that help to support your publication.

I appreciate above all the vast information and resources you provide in the monthly columns on health, education, youth, religion and other services available, businesses and upcoming events. I enjoy in a special way the personal and warm stories about lessons learned from your grandparents as well as the stories about the goingson and projects in your family. Even if we may have similar stories, not all of us can articulate them as well as you do. It is so important that we not forget the teachings and examples of our antepasados!!! Keep up your good work.

Sincerely, Emilio Abeyta

I HATE COVID Covid changed our lives. Life seems to be back but not quite back to normal. We lost two family members, gained a little depression, not sure what I want. Am I the only one feeling like this? I hate covid!

Thanks for sharing the counseling number.

God Bless, M. Cervantez

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FREE MICROCHIPPING Friday, April 22, 2022 at 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm at Clapp Dog Park, Ave U & 46th St. Drive thru service, please have pets leashed or in a carrier. There is no limit on the # of pets to be microchipped!

32ND ANNUAL FOURTH ON BROADWAY 2022 theme is “United We Stand.” Applications for parade entries as well as merchandise and food vendors also are available online. To learn more about this year’s Fourth on Broadway at Mackenzie Park or to sign up to participate in the various events, visit www.broadwayfestivals.com or call 806-749-2929.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES ASSISTANCE Apply for direct assistance programs online. Currently limiting the number of forms accepted each week to continue to respond in a timely manner. Form reopens each Monday by 9 a.m. Apply at cclubbock.org/intake-form FREE PRACTICE EXAMS Study guides for tests Learn-a-Test, a database of practice examinations, is available at the Lubbock Public Library, 1306 9th St. Hundreds of practice examinations, including SAT, ACT and elementary, middle school and high school skills improvement tests, plus graduate entrance exams, available.

FREE LEGAL AID FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY Legal Aid of Northwest Texas provides free legal services to eligible low-income residents in such areas as public assistance denials, divorce and child support, evictions, foreclosures, domestic violence and consumer fraud. Call 763-4557 or (800) 933-4557 or visitlanwt. org for more info.

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April is “All About Children” Month/abril es mes “Todo sobre los niños”

Child Abuse Lubbock 2nd in Abuse Cases in TX

or a consecutive year, the LubF bock area has had the secondhighest rate of child abuse in Tex-

as, behind only the Abilene area.

Lubbock county commissioners proclaimed April as “Child Abuse Prevention” month at the meeting. In the previous decade in Lubbock county, 11,147 children were labeled as abused; 22 died - four of these last year alone.

On average, three children a day are victims of abuse or neglect in Lubbock county. Most children are younger than five.

“There’s not another issue in Lub-

Help Stop

pril is Child Abuse Prevention Month.

A Here are some important tips to consider:

1. Be a nurturing parent. Children need to know that they are special, loved and capable of following their dreams.

2. Help a friend, neighbor or relative. Being a parent isn’t easy. Offer a helping hand take care of the children, so the parent(s) can rest or spend time together.

3. Help yourself. When the big and little problems of your everyday life pile up to the point you feel overwhelmed and out of control – take time out. Don’t take it out on your kid.

4. If your baby cries… Learn what to do if your baby won’t stop crying. Never shake a baby – shaking a child may result in severe injury or death.

bock that I’m aware of that many children on an ongoing basis and isn’t on the news every night like this is, so I think this is an issue we have to bring out the shadows - we have to talk about it, we have to admit that it occurs, and that’s the way you solve it,” said Carla Olson, Chairman of the Advocacy Committee for South Plains Coalition for Child Abuse Prevention.

Throughout April, the Coalition for Child Abuse Prevention asks everyone to wear blue often to discuss the topic openly. It is intended to resemble the color of bruises.

Child Abuse

5. Get involved. Ask your community leaders, clergy, library and schools to develop services to meet the needs of healthy children and families.

6. Help to develop parenting resources at your local library.

7. Promote programs in school. Teaching children, parents and teachers prevention strategies can help to keep children safe.

8. Monitor your child’s TV and video viewing. Watching violent films and TV programs can harm young children.

9. Volunteer at a local child abuse prevention program. To volunteer call 1.800.CHILDREN. 10. Report suspected abuse or neglect. If you have reason to believe a child has been or may be harmed, call family services or the police department.

Ayude a detener el abuso infantil

bril es el Mes de la Prevención del A Abuso Infantil. Aquí hay algunos consejos importantes a considerar:

1. Ser un padre que nutre. Los niños necesitan saber que son especiales, amados y capaces de seguir sus sueños.

2. Ayuda a un amigo, vecino o pariente. Ser padre no es fácil. Ofrezca una mano amiga para cuidar a los niños, para que los padres puedan descansar o pasar tiempo juntos.

3. Ayúdate a ti mismo. Cuando los problemas grandes y pequeños de tu vida cotidiana se acumulen hasta el punto en que te sientas abrumado y fuera de control, tómate un descanso. No lo desquites con tu hijo.

4. Si su bebé llora ... Aprenda qué hacer si su bebé no para de llorar. Nunca sacuda a un bebé: sacudirlo puede provocar lesiones graves o la muerte.

5. Involúcrate. Pida a los líderes de su comunidad, al clero, a la biblioteca y a las

escuelas que desarrollen servicios para satisfacer las necesidades de niños y familias sanos.

6. Ayuda a desarrollar recursos para padres en tu biblioteca local.

7. Promover programas en la escuela. Enseñar estrategias de prevención a niños, padres y maestros puede ayudar a mantener seguros a los niños.

8. Controle la televisión y la visualización de video de su hijo. Ver películas violentas y programas de televisión puede dañar a los niños pequeños.

9. Ser voluntario en un programa local de prevención de abuso infantil. Para ser voluntario, llame al 1.800.CHILDREN. 10. Reporte cualquier sospecha de abuso o negligencia. Si tiene motivos para creer que un niño ha sido o puede sufrir daños, llame a servicios para la familia o al departamento de policía.

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Politics/ política

UnidosUS Reacts to President Biden’s Proposed Budget

n reaction to the proposed budget Eric IPolicy Rodriguez, UnidosUS Senior Vice President, and Advocacy issued the following

Opportunity to Comment on the Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization’s: • Draft 2023-2026 Transportation Improvement Program for roadway and transit related projects.

Residents of the Cities of Lubbock, Wolfforth and Lubbock County citizens living within the Metropolitan Area boundary of the Lubbock Metropolitan Planning Organization (LMPO) are invited to review and comment on the projects noted above.

Written comments will be received from April 1, 2022 until 5:00 p.m. April 30, 2022.

Public Forums will be held as follows: • April 5, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 916 Main Street, 2nd Floor Conference Room • April 7, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Citibus Downtown Transfer Center, 801 Broadway • April 13, 2022 from 3:00 p.m – 5:00 p.m. 916 Main Street, Suite 1210 • April 19, 2022 from 8:30 a.m – 9:00 a.m., 1314 Avenue K, City Council Chambers, Lubbock Citizens Tower • April 22, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. via live FACEBOOK. Friend us at LubbockMPO LubbockMPO • May 13, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., 1323 58th St., SPAG-South Plains Regional Planning Organization Documents of the proposed plans noted above may be viewed on the Lubbock MPO’s website. www.LubbockMPO.org . Comments may be sent to Lubbock MPO, 916 Main Street, Suite 1210, Lubbock TX 79401 or via email at djones@mylubbock.us or call 806.775.1671.

This public notice of “public involvement activities” and time established for public review and comment on the Draft FY 23/26 Transportation Improvement Plan and Proposed Amendment No. 10 to the 2012-2040 Metropolitan Transportation Plan will satisfy the program-of-projects requirements of the Urbanized Area Formula Program (Section 5307) of the Federal Transit Administration.

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statement: “From struggling families facing rising prices, to adults and children who still need a vaccine, to students who aspire to graduate from college, to those facing discrimination and seeking redress from the federal government, there is much to like in President Biden’s proposed budget.

However, as our FY2023 budget request letter enumerated, from a Latino perspective more is needed to advance equity for our nation’s 62 million Latinos and their families.

“We are particularly encouraged to see increased funding for education, a smart investment in young people who suffered learning and economic setbacks during the pandemic. Funding to support English learner (EL) students was increased by nearly $270 million and while this does not yet meet the need of rising EL numbers, the majority of whom are Hispanic, it is a welcome boost.

“For college students, there are two proposed federal investments that help ensure they can successfully pursue higher education.

These investments are crucial to closing the achievement gap, given that half of Latinos rely on Pell grants to pay for college, and they are overrepresented among students who attend but are unable to complete college. We are committed to the doubling of the Pell grant and appreciate the commitment to accomplishing that by 2030.

“On the health front, we strongly support the investments included in the proposed budget, but we are disappointed to see that there was no mention of investment in consumer assistance programs that help consumers enroll in health coverage or similar investments in SNAP outreach. Programs like these help Latinos access the health and nutrition benefits for which they qualify. The budget also did not include

funding to close the Medicaid coverage gap or to extend the public health emergency, which will have serious health consequences.

“The budget made some investments in housing to address the critical shortage of affordable housing in communities throughout the nation, and promote access to homeownership for underserved borrowers. Unfortunately, the funding for housing counseling is too low—this is a vital program that provides needed support to help Latinos avoid eviction and foreclosure amid the ongoing housing crisis.

“Lastly, the proposed budget provides critical funding for legal representation for immigrants in detention, for immigration benefits backlog reduction, and to hire 100 more immigration judges to reduce the backlog of over 1.5 million cases that are currently pending in the immigration courts. Unfortunately, the budget also irresponsibly increases funding for immigration enforcement. Despite these questionable enforcement increases, the budget does nothing to ensure relief for long-term undocumented immigrants with deep family and economic roots in the United States who have stood up for America during the pandemic and every day.

“Latinos—who need access to quality health coverage, nutrition, education, child care, housing, and jobs—cannot and will not return to the pre-pandemic status quo of entrenched social and economic disparities. UnidosUS will work with Congress to build on the president’s budget and ensure that Latinos are more fully included in our country’s spending and investments.”

“West Texas Town Hall: Lubbock Mayoral Forum” April 14

exas Tech Public Media in partnership with T the Lubbock chapter of the NAACP will host a mayoral candidate forum onApril 14 from

6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Patterson Branch Library, 1836 Parkway Drive.

All five mayoral candidates were invited to attend. Candidates Gulrez “Gus” Khan, Stephen Sanders,Adam Hernandez and Epifanio “Major” Garza will participate.

This event is free and open to the public, but due to limited available seating, attendees must RSVP at this EventBrite link. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Guests are invited to stay and talk with candidates until 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided.

Citizens are encouraged to submit potential questions for the forum by filling out this form.

Email your news and information to news@latinolubbock.net

The event will air on both television and radio on April 18 at 7 p.m. on PBS Channel 5 and on NPR 89.1 FM. A second televised broadcast will air on PBS Channel 5 on May 5 at 7 p.m.

Lauro Cavazos, First Hispanic Cabinet Member, Dies at 95 ormer president F Lauro F. Cavazos Jr., died on March

15, 2022. On April 1, 1980, Cavazos became the 10th president of Texas Tech. He was the first Texas Tech alumnus and the first Hispanic person to hold the position, and to this day he remains the

only one.

In 1988, he was named the U.S. Secretary of Education. He served under Presidents Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush, becoming the first Hispanic person ever to hold a Cabinet post. During his two-year tenure, he initiated special programs to fight substance abuse in schools. He also advocated for stronger parental involvement in education and community-led reforms that would raise standards and expectations among students, teachers, administrators and parents.

In the face of a 37% dropout rate among

Hispanic students, he chaired the Task Force on Hispanic Education, which led to Bush’s executive order establishing the President’s Advisory Commission on Education Excellence for Hispanics. It was the nation’s first organization dedicated to highlighting the needs of Hispanic students and working to overcome barriers, but it would not be the last – all presidents since have signed similar orders.

Cavazos grew up on the King Ranch. When his family moved to Kingsville in the 1930s, they became the first Hispanic students in a segregated school. Upon his high school graduation, he entered the military during the final months of World War II. Discharged in September 1946, he began undergraduate studies in journalism at the Texas College of Arts and Industries, which is now Texas A&M University-Kingsville. However, upon discovering a passion for biology, he changed his major.

He married his college sweetheart, Peggy Ann Murdock, in Lubbock, the pair began their family. They ultimately had 10 children while he progressed through his career.

Latinos Feel Underrepresented With Federal Government - Survey Reveals

he United States Hispanic Chamber T of Commerce (USHCC) and Morning Consult released survey data demonstrating

that a majority (75%) of registered Hispanic voters nationwide feel under-represented within federal government, including at agencies like the Federal Communications Commission.

“The USHCC has long advocated for more Hispanic representation in government, and while some progress has been made, we remain concerned with the Biden administration’s lack of performance in meeting a goal of 20% that the USHCC and other groups have set for Latino presidential appointments,” said Ramiro A. Cavazos, President & CEO at USHCC. Relatedly, when informed that an open position for a fifth commissioner at the FCC remains vacant and represents an opportunity for President Biden to increase Hispanic representation in his administration, Hispanic voters overwhelmingly support a Hispanic nominee.

The USHCC partnered with Morning Consult on a nationwide survey of the state of diversity in the U.S. government as well as the impact of Gigi Sohn’s nomination at the FCC. Key findings include: • 75% of Hispanic Registered voters see a need for more Hispanic policymakers in government.

• More than half of Hispanic voters say government agencies like the FCC are not

diverse.

• Over half of Hispanic voters are less likely to support a nominee opposed by LULAC, such as Gigi Sohn.

• Hispanic voters in key states are even less likely to support Sohn given her policy history and LULAC’s opposition:Arizona (56%), Colorado (39%), and Nevada (49%).

• A third of Hispanic voters say if Sohn is confirmed, it will impact their vote in the midterms.

The current controversial nominee for that position is Gigi Sohn, a non-Hispanic who is opposed by prominent Hispanic organizations like the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC). The Morning Consult survey also reveals that, if her nomination proceeds and the U.S. Senate ultimately confirms Sohn to the FCC, it could have an impact on candidate preference of a third of Hispanic registered voters in the 2022 midterm elections, particularly in states with large Hispanic population centers likeArizona, Colorado, and Nevada.

“The FCC plays a critical role in important issues for the Hispanic community—from increasing diversity in American media to cracking down on harmful misinformation in our community.”

The USHCC addressed the issue at their Legislative Summit on March 29-31, 2022 in Washington D.C.

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Opportunity/Oportunidad

Voter Registration Deadline & Volunteer Appreciation General Election Voting Dates Week April 17-23, 2022 he last day to register to Postmarked): is Tuesday, April merica's story has been groups, including trade and proT vote for the Cities 26, 2022. And, Amarked by the service of fessional associations, and womand Schools-General Election Day will volunteers. Generations of self- en’s and men’s clubs and unions, and Special Elections is Thursday, April 7, 2022.

Early Voting will begin Monday, April 25, 2022, through Tuesday, May 3, 2022. The last day to apply for a Ballot by Mail (Received, not

be held on Saturday, May 7, 2022.

All early polling locations on the dates, times, and locations can be found at www.votelubbock.org

Fechas de votación de las elecciones generales

l último día para registrarse E para votar en las Elecciones Generales y Especiales de Ciudades y Escuelas es el jueves 7 de abril de 2022.

La votación anticipada comenzará el lunes 25 de abril de 2022 hasta el martes 3 de mayo de 2022. El último día para solicitar

una boleta por correo (recibida, sin matasellos): es el martes 26 de abril de 2022. Y el día de las elecciones será celebrada el sábado 7 de mayo de 2022.

Todos los sitios de votación adelantada en las fechas, horarios y localidades que se listan a www. votelubbock.org

less individuals from all walks of life have served each other and our Nation, each person dedicated to making tomorrow better than today. They exemplify the quintessential American idea that we can change things, make things better, and solve problems when we work together.

During National Volunteer Week, April 17-23, 2022 we celebrate the profound impact of volunteers and encourage all Americans to discover their own power to make a difference. Every one of us has a role to play in making our communities and our country stronger.

Despite Hispanic Americans’ long traditions of involvement in volunteer

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their numbers are underrepresented in contemporary volunteer programs.

“Mainstream volunteer programs have not reached out sufficiently to include as diverse a volunteer pool as possible” to accommodate cultural differences in such programs.

Experts recommend that in this era of rising needs and limited resources Hispanics’ talents should be mobilized through the aggressive recruitment, training, and stimulation of volunteers.

As such, for Hispanics find an organization that shares similar interests to you. Veterans - you know the drill.

Happy Volunteer Appreciation week from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

or Hispanic men in the Lubbock and surrounding community, are now available.

Los Hermanos Familia will honor individuals will be acknowledged in various categories from Education, Business, First Responder, and more.

In addition, a Lifetime Achievement Award will honor Art Cuevas who has continuously paved the trail for others. The Adelante Awards Gala is LHF's largest fundraiser and benefits many of its programs.

And this year's gala theme will be in coordination with the day of the child, day of the book observance that is part of the literacy efforts of Los Hermanos Familia.

This year's event is chaired by Jonathan & Kim Phillips. Ticket purchase will include a cocktail hour, dinner, entertainment, and great networking opportunity all for a good cause.

For a table sponsor or for ticket information, please contact (806) 792-1212, or visit www.loshermanosfamilia.org.

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Professional Development FREE GED TEST P R E PA R AT I O N CLASSES. Need to study to pass the GED? Literacy Lubbock offers free, flexible, and casual prep classes at various times to fit in with your busy schedule. Call us at 806-7753636 for more information or register for Free classes at www.literacylubbock.org.

FREE GED AND ESL CLASSES for Lubbock and the surrounding area offered by Adult Education Center. We accept new students on a bimonthly basis.

You must be at least 17 years old and not enrolled in public school to be eligible for the classes. For more info call 806-2815750. Open Mon. thru Fri. from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. BASIC ENGLISH CLASS – Clase de Inglés – aprender Inglés básico, 3211 58th Street, (east of Indiana) Lubbock.

Horas: Cada Miércoles a las 7:30-8:30 de la noche. 806-239-5352 GRATIS!!

CHILD CARE AVAILABLE FOR INCOME-ELIGIBLE FAMILIES Families who are income eligible may receive fee assistance to attend one of the Early Learning Center’s five centers for child care. Parents or caretakers must be employed or in school. The program is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (806) 765-9981 for more information.

CLASES DE INGLÉS COMO SEGUNDA IDIOMA La Literacia de Lubbock (Literacy Lubbock) ofrecen clases gratis de inglés como segundo idioma (English as Second Language) para la comunidad. Todos los adultos están bienvenido en estas clases. Para más información, llame a (806) 775-3636.

FREE CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY: The Caprock Regional Public Defender Office offers free legal representation to 13 surrounding West Texas Counties. The office handles Felony, Misdemeanor and Juvenile cases for citizens that cannot afford to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Call (806) 742-4312 to see if your county qualifies for this service.

IMMIGRATION SERVICES If you need help with immigration issues call 806-741-0409.

SERVICIOS DE INMIGRACIÓN Si necesitan ayuda con asuntos de inmigración llame a este numero (806) 7410409.

REFERRAL FOR QUALITY CHILD CARE in Lubbock by the South Plains Day Home Association helps parents with free referrals to licensed or registered day care facilities that are routinely monitored by the Texas Department and Protective Services.

Call 796-0606 or 792-1847 for more information.

DO YOU HAVE NEWS? Submit your business news online at www.latinolubbock.net/ have-a-story or call (806)792-1212

Business/negocío Business & Opportunity Updates WEBINAR - HOW TO FINANCE YOUR SMALL BUSINESS Date: 4/6,4/12, 4/18, 4/20, 4/26, 4/28 12 pm. Learn the basics of small business loans. This knowledge can apply to startup businesses, existing businesses wanting to expand, or loans for franchisees or to buy an existing business. Registration Deadline: 4/6/22 12:10 PM (CDT) Fee: No Fee .Contact: Rebecca Castilleja (806) 745-1637 HOW TO START YOUR OWN BUSINESS Sat., April 9, 12 – 2 pm, at Patterson Library. Lunch provided. Preregistration is required at: https://nwtsbdc. ecenterdirect.com/events/15751 BUSINESS FINANCING AND ACCOUNTING 101 Sat., April 16, 112 – 2 pm, at Patterson Library. Lunch provided.

Pre-registration is required at: https://nwtsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/15752 DIVERSITY & INCLUSION In this webinar, we look at strategies to find and hire motivated candidates and explore the psychology behind what keeps employees at a job Date: 4/28/22, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (CDT) Registration Deadline: 4/28/22 2:00 PM (CDT) Fee: No Fee. Contact: Ashton Darrow (806) 745-3973.

TAX FORMS AT LIBRARIES they have forms 1040 and 1040-SR in English and Spanish available at all locations. Instruction books are available in English only at the moment. You can also access all available forms and instructions from home at www.irs.gov.

BUSINESS COUNSELING Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can discuss their business ventures and get expert advice from the SBDC staff.

All information will be held in strict confidence. For a counseling sessions call (806) 745-1637.

2021 State of Latino

Entrepreneurship Report

ast year, the State of Latino L Entrepreneurship Report revealed that Latino-owned

businesses have become the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. small business ecosystem. This year’s 2021 State of Latino Entrepreneurship Report continues to analyze the impact of Latino-owned businesses, with a focus on how the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect Latino-owned employer businesses (LOBs) compared to White-owned employer businesses (WOBs).

The report was conducted by the Stanford Graduate School of Business in conjunction with the Latino Business Action Network (LBAN) and is their seventh annual report and their largest survey to date. This year, the State of Latino Entrepreneurship Report surveyed 15,000 business owners— 7,500 Latino-owned employer businesses and 7,500 non-Latino, Whiteowned employer businesses as a benchmark comparison group.

Among its many findings, the report took a specific look at how the pandemic has impacted businesses in 2021 and found that businesses fared better in 2021 than 2020.

Over three-fourths of businesses reported moderate impact however that impact has lessened from 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, research-based on employer firms found that Latinos are increasing their number of employees at a much faster rate than their white counterparts and are more likely to provide opportunities for growth and advancement for their employees.

As the fastest-growing segment of the U.S. business population, Latinos continue to start businesses

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at a faster rate than all others — 44% growth in the number of businesses in the last 10 years compared to just 4% for non-Latinos.

Currently, there are over 5 million Latino-owned businesses, and this number will only continue to grow. The following key insights highlight the opportunities and challenges facing Latino business owners since the COVID-19 pandemic, offering important data that business owners, employers, and organizations can use to support Latino business owners and minimize their struggles so that Latino businesses continue to thrive.

According to the 2020 Census, Latinos now make up 19% of the total U.S. population, or 62.1 million people having grown 23% since 2010.1 In addition to representing a formidable consumer base, with Latino consumption totaling $1.85 trillion, 2 Latinos continue to start businesses at a faster rate than all others — 44% growth in the number of businesses in the last 10 years compared to just 4% for non-Latinos.3 These growing consumption and business ownership trends result in $2.75 trillion of total economic output

by Latinos in the United States.4 As Latinos continue to play an important role in the U.S. economy through business ownership and job creation, we highlight below key findings on the opportunities and challenges facing this fast-growing segment of the business population.

All data reported henceforth refer to Latino-owned employer businesses (LOBs), with at least one paid employee other than the owner, and White-owned employer businesses (WOBs), unless stated otherwise.

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Wellness/ bienestar

Blood Sugar Testing

lood sugar testing is an important B part of diabetes care. If you have diabetes, self-testing your

blood sugar (blood glucose) can be an important tool in managing your treatment plan and preventing diabetes complications. You can test your blood sugar at home with a portable electronic device (glucose meter) that measures sugar level in a small drop of your blood.

Your doctor will advise you how often you should check your blood sugar level. In general, the frequency of testing depends on the type of diabetes you have and your treatment plan.

Type 1 diabetes. Your doctor may

recommend blood sugar testing four to 10 times a day if you have type 1 diabetes.

You may need to test before meals and snacks, before and after exercise, before bed, and sometimes during the night. You may also need to check your blood sugar level more often if you are ill, change your daily routine or begin a new medication.

Type 2 diabetes. If you take insulin to manage type 2 diabetes, your doctor may recommend blood sugar testing a few times a day, depending on the type and amount of insulin you use.

Testing is usually recommended before meals and at bedtime if you're taking multiple daily injections.

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Caregiver Support Program The Caregiver Program provides support needed by families to assist them in maintaining their caregiver roles in the 15-county region. The caregiver must be 18yrs of age and care recipient 60 and over.

Services provided are: • Respite Care Vouchers, service is provided on a temporary basis while the caregiver is unavailable or needs relief; For the caregiver who needs relief caring for their loved one.

• Minor Residential repair services such as wheelchair ramps, heating and cooling and plumbing repairs. Must be homeowner.

• Health Maintenance such as durable medical supplies and equipment; • HomeMeds Medication Management (Evidence Based Initiative) For more information and to see if you qualify for FREE services, call 806-7628721 or 806-687-0940.

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What is Autism?

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utism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and affects a person’s ability to communi- cate and interact with others.

Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a “spectrum disorder” that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees. There is no known single cause for autism, but increased awareness and funding can help families today.

The prevalence of autism had risen to 1 in every 150 American children, and almost 1 in 94 boys.

The issuance of this report caused a media uproar, but the news was not a surprise to ASA or to the 1.5 million Americans living with the effects of autism spectrum disorder.

Nonetheless, the spotlight shown on autism as a result of the preva-

lence increase opens opportunities for the nation to consider how to serve these families facing a lifetime of supports for their children.

Autism is treatable. Children do not “outgrow” autism, but studies show that early diagnosis and intervention lead to significantly improved outcomes.

Here are some signs to look for: • Lack of or delay in spoken language • Repetitive use of language and/or motor mannerisms (e.g., hand-flapping, twirling objects) • Little or no eye contact • Lack of interest in peer relationships • Lack of spontaneous or makebelieve play • Persistent fixation on parts of objects. Call your doctor for more info.

l autismo es una incapacidad E relativa al desarrollo mental que típicamente aparece durante

en las actividades de ocio y juego.

Sin embargo, es importante distinguir el autismo de otras condiciones: •Dificultad en juntarse con otros niños •Insistencia en todo identico, resistencia a cambios de rutina •Risa y sonrisa inapropiadas •Ningún temor real a los peligros •Poco o ningún contacto visual •Insensible a métodos normales de enseñanza •Juegos raros ininterrumpidos •Aparente insensibilidad al dolor •Ecolalia (repetición de palabras y frases en vez de un lenguaje normal) •Prefiere estar solo; posee una manera reservada • Dificultad en expresar sus necesidades; emplean los gestos o señalan a los objetos en vez de usar palabras. Para mas informacíon visita su doctor.

¿Que es el autismo?

los tres primeros años de vida. Es resultado de un trastorno neurológico que afecta el funcionamiento del cerebro, el autismo y sus comportamientos asociados pueden ocurrir en 1 de cada 150 individuos. El autismo es cuatro veces más frecuente en los niños que en las niñas y no conoce las fronteras raciales, étnicas y sociales. El ingreso económico, el modo de vida y los niveles educativos de la familia, no afectan la posibilidad de que estos casos se ocurren.

El autismo impacta al desarrollo normal del cerebro en áreas relacionadas con la interacción social y las habilidades comunicativas.

Los niños y adultos con autismo típicamente tienen deficiencias en la comunicación verbal y no verbal, en las interacciones sociales y

Vive tu vida, Get Up Get Moving!

Noticias de salud/ Health News FREE COVID-19 VACCINES, BOOSTERS The City of Lubbock Public Health Department is offering booster shots for all available COVID-19 vaccines will be by appointment only at the health department. They’ll be offering FREE COVID-19 vaccines (ages 5+), boosters, flu shot and regular immunizations. Please call the City of Lubbock Public Health Department at 806-775-2933.

SOUTH PLAINS FOOD BANK To receive a food box from SPFB, you still need to qualify through one of our partnering agencies and receive a voucher.

You can call 2-1-1 or visit www.211texas. org to find a local agency that is giving our vouchers. Citizens are still required to bring all documentation needed to see if you qualify.

HEALTHBEAT EQUIPMENT brings the best of the gym to the great outdoors at Buddy Holly Lake of Cesar Chavez Drive The outdoor fitness equipment is available to the public and has 10 pieces of fitness equipment. This is a project of Los Hermanos Familia. FREE. FREE CLINIC at Lubbock Impact The Free Clinic holds a free doctors clinic every Wednesday at 34th Street and Boston Avenue. Registration begins at 4 PM. Patients must be 18 and older and medically uninsured to receive free medications and doctors visits. For more info call (806) 799-4320.

FREE SICK CHILDREN'S CLINIC is a free, all-volunteer clinic that treats sick children up to age 15 at 10th Street and Avenue A. Prescriptions at the on-site pharmacy are free. Call 762-1805 for more info.

FAITH BASED AA for Lubbock and the surrounding area, Thurs. from 6:30-8:00 P.M. and Sundays from 7-8 P.M. For more info call 806-793.3336.

FREE PARENTING CLASSES Family Guidance & Outreach Center provides free anger management classes and parenting classes. For more information or to register for a class, call 747-5577. Visit us online: www.familyguidancecenterlubbock. org.

2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services.

Health/ salud

Alcohlism Are you at risk? f you are worried Ihistory that your family's of alcohol problems or your troubled family life puts you at risk for becoming

alcoholic, here is some common– sense advice to help you: Avoid underage drinking— First, underage drinking is illegal. Second, research shows that the risk for alcoholism is higher among people who begin to drink at an early age, perhaps as a result of both environmental

and genetic factors.

Drink moderately as an adult— Even if they do not have a family history of alcoholism, adults who choose to drink alcohol should do so in moderation— no more than one drink a day for most women, and no more than two drinks a day for most men, according to guidelines from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Some people should not drink at all, including women who are pregnant or who are trying to become pregnant, recovering alcoholics, people who plan to drive or engage in other activities that require attention or skill, people taking certain medications, and people

with certain medical conditions.

People with a family history of alcoholism, who have a higher risk for becoming dependent on alcohol, should approach moderate drinking carefully. Maintaining moderate drinking habits may be harder for them than for people without a family history of drinking problems. Once a person moves from moderate to heavier drinking, the risks of social problems (for example, drinking and driving, violence, and trauma) and medical problems (for example, liver disease, brain damage, and cancer) increase greatly.

Talk to a health care professional—Discuss your concerns with a doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, or other health care provider.

They can recommend groups or organizations that could help you avoid alcohol problems. If you are an adult who already has begun to drink, a health care professional can assess your drinking habits to see if you need to cut back on your drinking and advise you about how to do that.

Alcoholismo ¿Está usted a riesgo?

i le preocupa que la histoS ria familiar de alcoholismo o los problemas de su vida en

familia lo pongan en riesgo de convertirse en una persona alcohólica, aquí se ofrecen consejos de sentido común para ayudarle: Si es menor de edad, evite consumir bebidas alcohólicas—En primer lugar, hacerlo es ilegal. En segundo lugar, la investigación demuestra que se corre mayor riesgo de convertirse en una persona alcohólica, cuando se comienza a beber a edad temprana, probablemente como resultado tanto del medio como de factores genéticos.

Como adulto, beba moderadamente—Aún cuando no exista antecedente de alcoholismo en la familia, aquellos adultos que eligen consumir bebidas alcohólicas deben hacerlo con moderación; en el caso de la mayoría de las mujeres, no más de una bebida por día; en el caso de la mayoría de los hombres, no más de dos bebidas al día, de acuerdo con las recomendaciones del De-

partamento de Agricultura y del Departamento de Salud y Recursos Humanos, de Estados Unidos.

Algunas personas no deberían beber en absoluto, incluyendo mujeres que están embarazadas o están intentando hacerlo; personas que están recuperándose del alcoholismo; cualquier persona que anticipa tener que conducir un automóvil o llevar a cabo alguna otra actividad que requiera atención o pericia; personas que se encuentran tomando ciertos medicamentos y personas con determinadas condiciones médicas.

Las personas con antecedente familiar de alcoholismo, que corren mayor riesgo de desarrollar dependencia, deberían encarar el consumo moderado de alcohol con prudencia. Es posible que les resulte más difícil mantener hábitos de consumo moderados, que a otras personas en cuyas familias no existe historia de alcoholismo. Una vez que

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una persona pasa del consumo moderado de alcohol a tomar en exceso, el riesgo de problemas sociales (como por ejemplo, conducir bajo la influencia, violencia y trauma) y los problemas médicos (como por ejemplo, enfermedad hepática, daño cerebral y cáncer) aumentan considerablemente.

Hable con un profesional de la salud—Discuta sus preocupaciones con un médico, enfermera u otro profesional de la salud. Pueden recomendarle grupos u organizaciones que posiblemente lo ayuden a evitar problemas con el alcohol. Si usted es una persona adulta que ya ha comenzado a beber, un profesional de la salud puede evaluar sus hábitos con respecto al consumo del alcohol y determinar si fuera necesario que disminuya el consumo y cómo hacerlo.

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Lubbock Housing Authority will open the Public Housing waiting list for the following: 2 Bedroom (2-4 persons unless ADA exception) & 3 bedroom (3-6 persons Applicants will have the week of April 18, 2022 to April 29, 2022 to enter their application online.

Waitlist Open: April 18, 2022 at 7:00 a.m.

Waitlist Close: April 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.

Applications may be completed by going to LHA website at www.lubbockha.org and clicking on application link.

If you do not have access to a computer, you may go to local libraries near you or use one at our main office 1708 crickets Ave. during normal business hours M-Th 7 am to 4 pm Fri 7am to 11 am.

Contact the Housing Authority Intake Department at (806)776-2316 if you have questions.

ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS IS REQUIRED!!!

Elderly or disabled individuals requesting reasonable accommodation in the process should call 806-762-1191 for assistance.

For the hearing-impaired call TTY Relay Texas 1-800-735-2989.

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Special - Earth Day 2022

Earth Day In Your Hands April 22, 2022

orty eight years after the F first Earth Day, the world is in greater peril than ever.

be a turning point to advance climate policy, energy efficiency, renewable energy and green jobs. Earth Day Network is galvanizing millions who make personal commitments to sustainability. Join the more than one billion people in 190 countries that are taking action for Earth Day. It's in your hands.

While climate change is the greatest challenge of our time, it also presents the greatest opportunity – an unprecedented opportunity to build a healthy, prosperous, clean energy economy now and for the future.

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Go Clean, Go Green

ust go natural. Start with three basic ingredients you probably already have at home. Vinegar, mixed with water, makes a great natural cleaner that’s safe on most surfaces.

Use a paste made of water and baking soda to scrub surfaces and remove stains. Lemon juice can clean and polish brass and copper, and you can use the half-lemon—sprinkled with baking soda—to scrub dishes and rub out stains. Try these home recipes for natural cleaners:

All-purpose cleaner. Mix ¼ cup baking soda and ½ cup vinegar with ½ gallon of water. It’s good for bathrooms, kitchens, windows, and mirrors.

Furniture polish. Mix ½ cup of lemon juice with one cup of olive oil. Apply with soft cotton cloth.

Computer cleaner. Mix ½ cup of rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol and a tablespoon of baking soda in ½ cup of water. Spray on monitor; apply with cotton swabs to keyboard.

pte por lo natural. Comience con O tres ingredientes básicos que probablemente ya tenga en casa. El vinagre,

var los platos y quitar las manchas. Pruebe las siguientes recetas caseras de limpiadores naturales: Limpiador multiuso. Mezclar ¼ taza de bicarbonato de sodio y ½ taza de vinagre con ½ galón de agua. Sirve para baños, cocinas, ventanas y espejos.

Lustra muebles. Mezclar ½ taza de jugo de limón con una taza de aceite de oliva.

Aplicar con un paño suave de algodón.

Limpiador para computadoras. Mezclar ½ taza de alcohol isopropílico y una cucharada de bicarbonato de sodio en ½ taza de agua. Rociar sobre el monitor; aplicar con un hisopo sobre el teclado.

Opte por lo natural

mezclado con agua, es un excelente limpiador natural, seguro en la mayoría de las superficies. Utilice una pasta hecha con agua y bicarbonato de sodio para frotar superficies y remover las manchas. El jugo de limón puede limpiar y lustrar el bronce y el cobre, y puede usar la mitad de un limón — espolvoreado con bicarbonato de sodio— para la-

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Education/ Educación

Lubbock ISD Trustees Approve Appointments ubbock L ISD trustees

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approved the hiring of a high school athletic coordinator/ head football coach for Lubbock High School.

Juan Rodriguez is the new athletic coordinator and head football coach at Lubbock High School.

Rodriguez comes to Lubbock ISD from Carroll High School in Corpus Christi, where he was serving as the head football coach. His high school coaching experience began in 1999 as a defensive coordinator at Flour Bluff High School. Rodriguez has also made stops in Mathis ISD, Galena Park ISD, and Victoria ISD. He earned his bachelor’s degree in exercise sport science from Southwest Texas State University and master’s degrees in secondary education and educational administration from TexasA&M University - Corpus Christi.

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his summer teachers from across T the South Plains will be reporting to work in various industries to learn

through hands-on experiences about how the content and learning strategies taught in their classrooms can be applied in the workplace. The purpose: to equip teachers with the tools, experience, and contacts they need to successfully guide their students’ learning experience towards attainable career goals and outcomes in the growing industries of our communities.

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Rodriguez and his wife, Lisa, have two children: Matthew and Olivia.

Misty Rieber is the new ChiefAcademic Officer for Lubbock ISD. Rieber has served as the assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction since 2019, where she has worked extensively with the Texas Education Agency working on committees, presenting alongside TEA representatives, and assisting with pilot programs by providing feedback and hosting demonstrations.

In her 27 years with Lubbock ISD, she has also been a teacher, assistant principal, social studies coordinator, and leadership and professional development coordinator. She is replacing Associate Superintendent Doyle Vogler, who is retiring from Lubbock ISD in June.

Rieber earned her bachelor’s degree in history and education from Texas Tech University and her master’s degree in educational administration from Lubbock Christian University. Rieber and her husband, Blake, have two children, Jackson and Taylor.

Congratulations to both from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

The five day externship experience will consist of an orientation, three days of teachers on-site with the businesses, and a final presentation day. For the 2022 Program we have openings for up to 200 teachers from the South Plains region who will each earn a $700 stipend.

Applications are now open for the 2022 Teacher Externship Program both for educators and businesses.

Visit www.workforcesouthplains.org for more information.

IN APRIL · Make decision about college choice from among the colleges that accepted you. · Notify colleges that accepted you of your final decision. · Submit tuition deposit to your college of choice. · Continue searching and applying for scholarships and grants. · Stay focused on grades.

Education & Scholarship Updates

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS 11807 SCHOLARSHIP (10) $1,000 awards for incoming college freshmen to be used for the 2022 school year. Get your scholarship application by calling the church office at (806) 7630710. The deadline is July 15th.

MARGARET MAHER SCHOLARSHIP The Margaret Maher Foundation will award a scholarship to a student attending a Catholic university in the Fall.

Contact Margaret Beauchamp at (806) 795-9415 or visit margaretma-herscholarship.org for information. Application deadline: April 15, 2022.

HAW, INC. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION NOW AVAILABLE Female students enrolled at one of the local accredited colleges/universities or a graduating senior at a high school located within a 60-mile radius of the city of Lubbock, TX should visit the website for full details and apply online at www.lubbockhaw.net ADVANTAGE MEDICAL STAFFING SCHOLARSHIP This scholarship was established by Advantage Medical Staffing for the benefit of students who are pursuing a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing. Deadline: April 15.

Apply at https://www.cfwtx.org/currentscholarships RAIDERS ROJOS TTU COLLEGE GRADUATION CONVOCATION (PENDING COVID) May 12, 2022, 6:30 p.m. McKenzie-Merket Alumni Center, 17th & Boston. Due to limited seating, please keep guests to no more than two.

NATIONAL STUDENT NURSES' ASSOCIATION, Inc. (NSNA) Breakthrough To Nursing Scholarships For Ethnic Apply online at www.nsna.org SCHOLARSHIP INFO ONLINE Fastweb.com - This website claims to be the most complete source of local, national, and college-specific scholarships on the net. It lists thousands of scholarships.

When you sign up, you can get email updates when new scholarships become available. Good and free resource.

COLLEGE BOARD Fund Finder is an online tool to help you locate scholarships, internships, grants, and loans that match your education level, talents, and background. Apply online at: bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search COLLEGENET A convenient, speedy site which searches scholarships from categories such as ACT and SAT scores, GPA, etc. Apply online at: www. c o l legenet.com CONGRESSIONAL HISPANIC CAUCUS INSTITUTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM www.chci.org/ scholarships/page/chci-scholarship-program

Latino Lubbock Magazine Proudly Advocates for Education/La revista latina Lubbock aboga por la educación

Youth/Juventud pring is S a lovely reminder of

Youth Opportunities 14TH ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT AT HODGES COMMUNITY CENTER Bring your Easter basket and enjoy games, face painting, and the hunt! Festivities will be held April 3, 2022 and kick off at 3 PM and, Egg Hunt begins promptly at 4 PM, at 4011 University Ave. SPOON CHICKS CRAFT planter pots and spoons will be used to make a cute little chick decoration for Spring! This is a family craft and registration is open now!

April 6, 4 p.m. at Godeke Branch Library, 5034 Frankford Ave. To register, please call the Godeke Branch Library at 806-7753362.

FAMILY STORYTIME A special Saturday storytime for families! Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and play! Intended for ages 0-7, but all ages welcome! April 9, 11 -12 pm, Mahon Library, 1306 9th St. FAMILY LEGO NIGHT join us and use your imagination to create items made out of Legos! Legos will be provided. This program is for families with children ages 3 and up.April 11, 6:30 pm, at Groves Branch Library, 5520 19th.

BEAD BUNNIES CRAFT We will be using beads and pipe cleaners to make little bunny decorations for Spring! This craft is for ages 13 and up and registration is now open! April 11, 7 pm – 8 pm, at 5034 Frankford Ave. T. To register, please call the Godeke Branch Library at 806-775-3362.

EGG HUNT It’s no yolk! Join us for a special egg hunt for little ones at the library!

This is a free family event. Space is limited and registration is required. April 14, 10:30 am – 1:30 am, at 1306 9th St. Please call 806-775-2835 to register your child. For kids ages 0-5.

how beautiful change can be. It’s easy for me to stay in my comfort zone and stick to what I know best, but that’s not the strategy that will help me grow! I recently got accepted into a program at Johns Hopkins, and I’m happy to share that I accepted the offer and am ready to venture to a new state and live out God’s plan. I will always embrace the motto: when ambition meets opportunity, anything is possible.

I am also applying to do a research presentation to attend a

conference in Puerto Rico in October! Truly, I seek out research and internship opportunities because I know they will allow me to become a better student, researcher, and leader. I also do it to establish a path and encourage others to never fear aiming so high.

I now go into the future, praying for patience and discipline in moments of difficulty— in school, research, health, friendship. Although the unknown future is scary, it may be a more frightful thing for me to surrender rather than persevere against the storm!

Bailee Alonzo - is a recent graduate from Texas Tech, who majored in Biology/PreMed. She aspires to become a dermatologist. Congratulations from Latino Lubbock Magazine & My College Experience. YOU DID IT!

Youth Writer Wanted for Latino Lubbock Magazine

atino Lubbock Magazine L is now seeking a Hispanic teen to write monthly in the youth section of Teen's View.

We're looking for a student who is willing to commit to writing each month over the course of their high school year(s).

The student must have good grammar and writing skills. More so, THEY MUST BE DEPENDABLE. This is a great opportunity to develop your writing skills as well as to learn the process of being a jour-

nalist.

Age restrictions of the teen contributor are 16 to 18 or sophomore to junior in high school, writing till the end of their senior year.

All written pieces should be about 150 words monthly, submitted by the 15th.

Parents, this is also a great opportunity to prepare for college, which requires lots of writing.

Interested students must submit (2) writing samples, a resume, and a letter of reference to christymartinez@latinolubbock.net

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SUPERBOWL CHAMPS: The Arnett Benson Cowboys took time to sport their Super Bowl rings last month at a ring ceremony held at the Boys & Girls Club! If you see these tem members congratulate them because they worked super hard for their ring and championship! CONGRATULATIONS from Latino Lubbock Magazine!

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Anniversary/Wedding/Quinceañera/Birthday Announcements

Selena Day - April 16th n April O 16, Selena Day,

fans will put on their favorite Selena songs and remember the incredible impact the Tejano crooner had on music.

Though she was fatally shot by the president of her fan club in 1995, the 23-year-old was able to accomplish some huge feats – from being credited with catapulting Latin music into the mainstream, to being one of the best-selling female artists in Latin music history. Her work spanned several genres of music, and many young people who weren’t even alive while she was active count her as one of their biggest musical inspirations. In October 2020, “Billboard” magazine named Selena the “Greatest of All Time Latin Artist” and, in late March 2021, the American Music Association named her album “Dreaming of You” as the greatest Latin

album of all time.

Born April 16, 1971 in Texas, Selena was quickly noted by family members to have great pitch and rhythm. They say they knew from the start she would be a musician, and by age 10 she was the singer of her family’s band Selena Y Los Dinos – her sister Suzette played the drums and brother Abraham was on bass.

By 1984, Selena had recorded her first LP record, and played exclusively Tejano music despite wanting to sing in the English language. After being discovered by the founder of the Tejano music awards, Selena won the Female Vocalist of the Year award in 1987 – and for nine years running after that! She truly broke boundaries by becoming a wildly popular Latina woman in the Tejano music genre, which was heavily dominated by men. By 1988, she had released 5 more hit records.

Music wasn’t the only thing Selena has been remembered for. The singer debuted iconic fashion choices, from rhinestone belts to ruffled shirts, that earned her the title of “Mexican Madonna” and still inspire fashion and

makeup lines today.

On March 31, 1995, 23-year-old Selena was shot by the president of her own fan club, at a Days Inn in her hometown of Corpus Christi. The woman who shot her had also managed the boutiques that Selena had established, which featured Selena merchandise, clothing, and fullservice hair and nail salons. She had been embezzling money and shot the singer when confronted with having to provide financial records.

Not two weeks after her untimely death, then-Governor of Texas George W. Bush declared April 16, Selena’s birthday, Selena Day in Texas. She has since been honored with awards, statues, and even a Selena museum in Corpus Christi. Her posthumously-released album, “Dreaming of You,” sold over 175,000 copies on the day of its release, and “Selena” has even become one of the most popular names for newborn girls.

Though her death happened decades ago, Selena remains one of the most celebrated Latina singers and a powerful force in Tejano music and culture.

¡Felicidades! Congratulations!

Anniversary Emilio and Lucio Arguello.

67th as of April 16, 1955

Anniversary Antonio and Esperanza Lara, 59th as of April 20th

Anniversary Lupe & Domingo Sosa 58th as of April 25

Anniversary Frank & Josefina Castañeda 55th as of April 2,1967

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Anniversary Ernest and Paula Esparza 53rd as of April 26, 1969

Anniversary

Martin & Mary Rivera

47th as of April 9, 1974

Northside Recycling Center, located at 208 Municipal Drive.

The City’s four recycling stations: Lowe's 26th Street & Canton Ave.

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A Friend to All: Musician Pete Morales Passes

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

edro "Pedro "Pete" Morales begin playP ing the guitar at age 16 during intermissions at the Tahoka Dance Hall. He had a

knack for music, as well as had fined tuned his treatment of others.

Pete began playing the accordion in 1950.

He formed el Conjunto de Pete Morales recording several albums. He recorded in Texas for Rangel Records in San Antonio, TX in 1957, Sunglow Records in 1969, Vega Records in 1970 in Lubbock, and Joey Records in 1979 in San Antonio. He recorded 10 successful singles and three long-playing recordings and performed thousands of hours at church jamaicas all over the South Plains.

He performed for senior citizen dances held at the Maggie Trejo Supercenter, at the Fiestas del Llano fiestas patrias events, and at Los Hermanos Familia’s inaugural Día de Los Muertos Celebración, and other social affairs where many of his friends would dance to his music. He did this without ever asking to be paid.

Pete spent the latter years of his life fixing accordions for many people like Michael Salgado, Hometown Boys, Adolfo Urias, and many more. His music inspired and brought

joy to so many that he was nominated to the Conjunto Hall of Fame in 1990. He was liked by many and for that nomination pointed out that he was “El Amigo de Todos.”

In 2002, he was inducted into the Buddy Holly Terrace Hall of Fame. His plaque read, “Accordionist, Mentor, Musician/Amigo de Todos/Honored 2002.”

Eventually, the Buddy Holly statue and West Texas Walk of Fame were transferred to the new location of the Holly Plaza, where Pete remained the second Hispanic group or individual to be recognized to this date.

Pete was born January 18, 1934, in Bigfoot, TX to Ignacio & Felipa Morales. He married Juanita Ortiz on October 27, 1954, in O'Donnell and worked there as a farmer for many years.

Still, apart from his career and music, there was one thing that Pete loved more than anything and that was spending time with his family and the legacy of grandchildren that he leaves behind.

On the evening of March 8, 2022, surrounded by family, Pedro "Pete" Morales was called from this earth and into the arms of his eternal Father. Those left to cherish his loving memory are his sons, Daniel & Josie Morales of Lubbock, Pete Morales Jr. of CA, Ruben & Gina Morales of Levelland, Ray Morales & Sylvia Rivera of Lubbock; eight daughters, Alicia Morales & Manuel Puentes of Lubbock, Damiana & Nate Lawrence of CA, Delia Arguelles of Houston, Ermalinda & Manuel Gomez of Lubbock, Melissa Morales & Ray Salinas, Leticia Morales, Delma Morales, Priscilla & Bobby Rodriguez all of Lubbock; 30 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; three great great-grandchildren and a special friend, Janie Montemayor of Granbury.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Morales (2002), a son, Israel Morales (1967), two grandchildren, Miranda Marie Morales (1993), Joshua Gomez (2020); four brothers, and six sisters.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Pete will truly be missed.

He was truly a friend to all. When I would call on him for events he quickly agreed. More so, he was cherished by those in the music scene for his willingness to teach what he knew. I still recall the confidence he had in me and expressed often that he was grateful for our publication Latino Lubbock Magazine. God bless Pete and his family.

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Celebrate Easter

and His Resurrection

n Easter Sunday, O Christians celebrate the resurrection of the

LAISSEZ LES BONS TEMPS ROULER: Knights of Columbus 16451 of St. John the Baptist let the good times roll at their annual Mardi Gras Dinner & Dance!

GUADALUPANAS HOST LENT FUNDRAISER: The Guadalupanas of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church held a Lent fundraiser serving delicious cheese enchiladas, as well as the traditional capirotada bread pudding. Thanks ladies!

Lord, Jesus Christ. It is typically the most well-attended Sunday service of the year for Christian churches.

Christians believe, according to Scripture, that Jesus came back to life, or was raised from the dead, three days after his death on the cross.

As part of the Easter season, the death of Jesus Christ by crucifixion is commemorated on Good Friday, always the Friday just before Easter. Through his death, burial, and resurrection, Jesus paid the penalty for sin, thus purchasing for

Holy Week Observances

s the season of Lent draws A close to the end Christians are now preparing for Holy Week ob-

CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS FUNDRAISER: Amazing aromas of cheese enchiladas drew folks to St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The enchiladas were made by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Pope Plus XII # 1805 during Lent. (Photos courtesy of Georgina Salas Barrera)

servances Palm Sunday will be on Sunday, April 10, and commemorates the triumphal entrance of Christ into Jerusalem, when palm branches were placed in His path, before His arrest on Holy Thursday, April 14, 2022, the day on which Christ celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples, four days after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.

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Judas would betray Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane, setting the stage for Christ's Crucifixion on Good Friday, April 15, 2022, which commemorates the Passion and Death of Jesus Christ on the Cross.

Holy Saturday, is April 16, and the final day of Holy Week, and of the Easter Triduum.

Easter Sunday is April 17,2022 and reflects the greatest feast in the Christian calendar. On this Sunday, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

Forward in Chris

studying the characteristics of Ieaglelove an Eagle. It’s interesting that the actually will fly into a storm

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all who believe in him, eternal life in Christ Jesus.

In Western Christianity, Easter marks the end of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline in preparation for Easter. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on Easter Sunday.

The biblical account of Jesus' death on the cross, or crucifixion, his burial and his resurrection, or raising from the dead, can be found in the following passages of Scripture: Matthew 27:27-28:8; Mark 15:16-16:19; Luke 23:26-24:35; and John 19:16-20:30.

rather than fly around it.

I once heard an illustration about how God strengthens us during times of waiting through trials. It went like this: Did you know that an eagle knows when a storm is approaching long before it breaks? The eagle will fly to a high spot and wait for the winds to come. When the storm hits, it sets its wings so that the wind will pick it up and lift it above the storm.

While the storm rages below, the eagle is soaring above it. The eagle does not escape the storm; it simply

uses the storm to lift it higher. It rises on the winds that bring the storm.

When the storms of life come upon us, we can rise above them by setting our minds and our belief toward God. The storms do not have to overcome us; God will strengthen us during our time of waiting. His power will lift us up above the dark clouds so we can ride the winds of the storm that bring sickness, tragedy, failure and disappointment into our lives. (Read Isaiah 40:28-31) Joshua Ramirez is the Campus Pastor of the Lubbock Dream Center and has been in ministry for 32 years.

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Church Bulletins WORTHY CONFERENCE a women’s conference by Fabulous Faith will take place on Friday, April 29, from 6–9 pm in the Worship Center of Southcrest Baptist Church, located at 3801 South Loop 289 in Lubbock, Texas. Purchase in-person tickets for this conference for $35 or livestream tickets for $15 online at www. southcrest.org/register. College and group rates are available. Doors will open at 5 pm. For more info, call 806-776-0536.

OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE HOLY WEEK EVENTS Palm Sunday Masses: Sat., April 9th at 6 pm in Spanish; Sun., April 10th at 8 am in Spanish and 10:30 & 12:30 in English. Holy Thursday, April 14th at 7 pm with Washing of the Feet and Adoration until Midnight.

Holy Friday, April 15th at 3 pm Divine Mercy Chaplet & 7 pm Passion of the Lord (outside if possible). Holy Saturday, April 16th at 8 pm Easter Vigil Mass. Easter Sunday, April 17th at 8 am in Spanish and 10:30 & 12:30 in English. Located at at 1120 52nd St. YEAR 1 CONFIRMATION RETREAT at Our Lady of Angels Convent in Wolfforth April 23, 20229 a.m.– 4:30 p.m.

One adult sponsor is required for every 10 youth. Use the Diocesan “E” Form for liability and medical release, and “C” form for adult sponsors. $20 per candidate and $5 per sponsor – lunch, and snack included. Contact: Sister Martha Jane Venhaus (806) 863-4904; Text: (806) 787-1392 or email janevenhausosf@gmail.com BIBLE STUDY AT OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE CHURCH Father Piña’s Bible Study in English will be held on Wednesdays, at 7 pm. at 1120 52nd St. - as long as covid numbers are down.

El Estudio Bíblico en Español con Emilio Abeyta estará los Miércoles, a las 7pm.

DATES TO REMEMBER Palm Sunday - April 10th Easter Sunday - April 17th QUINCEAÑERA RETREAT May 7, 2022, 9 am – 4 pm At Our Lady of Angels Convent 8202 CR 7700, Wolfforth TX ** 1 parent must attend ** Registration Deadline: May 4th. Contact Ellie Contreras at 806 773-9803 call/text, or email: ellie@ nurturinglife.org ARE YOU A KINSHIP FAMILY? Are you a grandparent or caregiver raising another family member’s child? Catholic Charities, Diocese of Lubbock is here to help. Advocacy, assistance, information, or referrals. Visit www.cclubbock.org/ kinship-program for information.

DIVINE MERCY Chaplet online at https://www.thedivinemercy.org/message/ devotions/novena PRAY THE ROSARY ONLINE at https://www.cathedralofmary.org/ faith-formation/resources/pray-the-rosaryonline

Olga Aguero, El Editor Publisher,, Dies at 62 Publisher

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZGARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

he publisher of T the long-running El Editor Newspaper,

Olga Riojas Aguero passed away after a lengthy illness on March 17, 2022.

Aguero took the reins of El Editor after her husband, the late Bidal Aguero died on November 3, 2009.

She continued to share news about local politics and community activities extending Bidal's efforts of 45 years of publishing.

She was involved in several organizations including Commerciantes Organizados Mexico Americanos (COMA), which later became the Lubbock Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. She played a significant role in the Viva Aztlan Festival, and served on the Board of Directors of Fiestas del Llano, Inc., the Hispanic Association of Women, LULAC, and the Lubbock Tejano Democrats, to name a few.

In 2006, she was recognized by the Hispanic Association of Women for her contri-

butions to media.

Aguero continued to participate in the annual Pancho Clos program organized by American G. I. Forum and El Editor after Bidal's death.

"She took care of the publicity for the event, as well as continued to honor Bidal's contribution," said Robert Narvaiz, former coordinator of the Pancho Clos program.

According to County Commissioner Gilbert Flores, she was passionate about voting rights for Hispanics and women.

"She will leave a void in the political scene and will be missed by family and friends," he said.

Olga was born on November 6, 1959, to Jose and Amelia Riojas in Slaton, TX. She married Bidal Aguero on October 17, 1988, at Lubbock, Texas.

Survivors include her father, Jose Riojas; children, Zenaida (Robert) Aguero-Reyes, Amalia Aguero, Joe (Molli) Riojas, and Marisol Aguero; grandchildren, Nicholas Riojas, Eliana Reyes, Azelia Reyes, and Isaiah Reyes; siblings, Albert (Irene) Riojas, Antonio Riojas, Jimmy Riojas, Timmy (Pamela) Riojas; and Tammy Brown.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Bidal Aguero; and her mother, Amelia Rojas.

Women's & Gender Studies Conference to be held April 22 exas Tech UniT versity is proud to celebrate the Wom-

en’s and Gender Studies (WGS) program, which has played a vital role in equity efforts at TTU and in West Texas for four decades. Since its inception as “Women’s Studies” in 1981, the program advocates for all marginalized groups. More than 40% of WGS students identify as Hispanic. We are excited to offer a Maymester 2022 course entitled, “From J. Lo to Frida Kahlo: Latina Feminisms”—the first time ever taught at TTU! Contact WGS faculty member, Dra.

Sotomayor if you are interested in learning more.

We invite the public to a FREE* conference on Friday, April 22, 2022, featuring Dra. Jillian Hernandez from the University of Florida. Dr. Hernandez recent book is entitled, Aesthetics of Excess: The Art and Politics of Black and Latina Embodiment. Her work analyzes clothing, makeup, and hairstyles of working-class Black and Latina girls.

On Thursday night, April 21st, WGS will host a pre-conference reception from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the East Lubbock Art House a 405 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Suite B. All are welcome!

Visit www.wgs.ttu.edu for more information and to register. *There is a charge for lunch but can be waived for financial hardships.

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Veteran & First Responder Affairs Veteran & Military Connection PURPLE HEART SOUTH PLAINS OF TEXAS CHAPTER MEETINGS 3rd Saturday at 110 a.m., at American Legion, 6628 66th St, in Lubbock. For more info call Steve Oien at (707) 592-4598.

BIG HEARTS FOR BBBS: Lubbock County Sheriff's Office hosted a monthly event for the Big Brothers Big Sisters "Bigs and Littles." The evening included balloon animals, pizza, face paintings, and more. Way to go!

April is Month of the Military Child

Vets Join LULAC in Renewing Calls to Repatriate Deported Service Members

VETERAN SUICIDE HOTLINE If you know someone is actively considering suicide, call the veterans' suicide hotline at 1 (800) 273-8255. It's a service rendered by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

DISABILITY.GOV This U.S. federal government website gives information on disability programs and services. It helps find information on how to apply for disability benefits, find a job, get health care or pay for accessible housing. www.disability.gov HELP OUR MILITARY HEROES

together, and with other partners, is a non-profit organization dedicated to to identify deported veterans to providing the military wounded with fully ensure they can obtain VA ben- equipped handicapped vehicles. www. duardo is one of the lucky efits. The VA is also working to helpourmilitaryheroes.org ones. ensure all veterans, including He was born in Mexico but deported veterans and their fami- WOUNDED WEAR Provide free served in the U.S. military, and lies, are vaccinated against CO- fashionable clothing kits and modifications to wounded warriors that empower now, he is a U.S. citizen.

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Teléfonos de interés para los veteranos line center that will consolidate re“We need to do everything pos- sources and forms from DHS, the sible to return every veteran who VA, the DoD, and other agencies CRISIS LINE has been deported to Mexico or to make them more easily acces1-800-273-TALK(8255) other countries,” Domingo Gar- sible. DHS also created a portal "Press 1 for Veterans" cia, LULAC’s national president, for veterans who need assistance said during Friday’s event. “We in applying to return to the United U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs think President Joe Biden can is- States or accessing VA benefits.

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Home/casa Neighborhood News & Resources NORTH LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will meet on Thurs., April 21, at 5:30 p.m. at Catholic Charities Conference Room, 102 Ave. J. Presentations will include Lubbock Central Appraisal District on How to present your Protest /Appeal if you do not agree with your Tax Appraisal Value.

GUADALUPE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will hold its monthly meeting on April 19th at 6 pm at Catholic Charities.

BAYLESS ATKINS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION will meet the 4th Sunday of the month at YWCA. It will be on April 24th at 6 pm.

2-1-1 NON-EMERGENCY QUESTIONS 2-1-1 is a free help line answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, which will link you to health and community services.

NEXTDOOR allows you to keep up with your neighborhood at https://nextdoor.com/ news_feed/ 3-1-1 CITIZENS CALL CENTER provides citizens with direct access to NonEmergency City Services.

HEART OF LUBBOCK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING meeting is the fourth Monday of each month, 7 pm, at the Volunteer Center of Lubbock, 1706 23rd.

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issues? Well, Lubbock has several neighborhood associations you can join to advocate for your neighborhood with local government, improve neighborhood amenities, and organize activities.

Many neighborhood associations are regrouping and are now holding their regular meetings post the pandemic. Neighbors can find organizations in their neighborhoods or in proximity.

Lubbock neighborhood associations include: CENTRAL LUBBOCK & NORTHWEST LUBBOCK: Garden & Arts Center, 4215 University, 6 pm, first Thursday of the month.

BAYLESS-ATKINS (BANG): YWCA, 6501 University, 6 pm, 4th Sunday of the month CHATMAN HILL: Southwest Digest office 908 E. 28th, 11 am, 3rd Saturday of the month CONGRESS OF NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATIONS/HISTORIC OVERTON: Shepherd King Lutheran,

2122 18th, 6 pm, last Thursday of the month DUNBAR-MANHATTAN HEIGHTS: No details.

GUADALUPE: Catholic Charities, 102 Avenue J, 5:30 pm, 3rd Tuesday of the month (See News & Resources) HEART OF LUBBOCK: Hope Shalom Church, 2005 Avenue T, 7 pm, 2nd Monday of the month MAE SIMMONS: 2004 Oak, 10 am, 2nd Saturday of the month NORTH LUBBOCK: Location Varies, 5:30 pm, 3rd Tuesday of the month PARKWAY-CHERRY POINT: Patterson Library, 1836 Parkway Drive, 7 pm, 3rd Tuesday of the month TECH TERRACE: Forrest Heights Methodist Church, 3007 33rd, 5:30 pm (Quarterly) WEST END POASSOCIATION: Elks' Lodge, 3409 Milwaukee, 6 pm, First Monday of the month YELLOW HOUSE CANYON: First Progressive Baptist,4201 E. 63rd, 10 am, 2nd Saturday of the month.

The neighborhood associations welcome all residents, regardless of whether they own or rent, as well as representatives from local businesses, schools, and churches.

The City’s annual spring and summer irrigation restrictions go into effect Friday, April 1, and continue through September 30.

Watering Days and Times • Irrigate landscape only during two assigned days per week year-round • Irrigation schedules are based on the last digit of the house address: Addresses ending in 0, 3, 4, or 9 – Monday and Thursday Addresses ending in 1, 5, or 6 Tuesday and Friday Addresses ending in 2, 7, or 8 –

allowed from midnight to 10:00 a.m., and from 6:00 p.m. to midnight.

• Irrigate less than 1.5 inches per zone per week Other Year-Round Restrictions • Irrigate only when temperatures are above 35 degrees Fahrenheit • Irrigate landscape without runoff • Do not irrigate during precipitation events • Hand watering is allowed any time of day and on any day of the week For more information about water restrictions, visit www.mylubbock.us/irrigation.

BY CHRISTY MARTINEZ-GARCIA FOR LATINO LUBBOCK MAGAZINE

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En Aquellos Días....

a es tiempo de regar las yardas y sembrar las florecitas. A mi mama le gustaban mucho los rosales.

En la casa de ella esta un rosal amarillo.

Todo el tiempo lo regaba y le ponía embono. Al mes o dos tenía sus rosas amarillas para cortar y llevarle a la Virgen de Guadalupe. Mi papa se encargaba de la yarda. No le gustaba que la yarda tuviera yerbas.

Muy temprano mi mama regaba las flores y mi papa sacaba las mangueras y regaba la yarda. El orgullo de el era su yarda.

Un año, llegue a medio día a comer, y estaba mi papa sentado en la yarda sacando yerbas a mano. Fue cuando le note que ya mi papa estaba enfermo.

Mi hermano se movió con ellos para ayudar con mi papa. De buena

suerte que a mi hermano también le encantaba cuidar la yarda.

Mi mama seguía cuidando sus flores y el nogal que tenían en la yarda de atrás. Si no estaba regando sus flores, estaba juntando nueces. Desgraciadamente, ya no tenemos a mi papa o mi mama ni mi hermano.

Ahora yo soy la encargada de los rosales y la yarda. Me siento tan orgullosa cuando esta la yarda recién cortada y los rosales brotando. En mayo en ponen la bandera y se mira tan bonito.

Todo en honor de mis padres y mi hermano.

Editor's Note: Rosario Montez Smith grew up en un rancho in Levelland, and enjoys sharing her memories of living in rural West Texas.

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LUBBOCK OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE, 1120 52nd, Lubbock Friday April 1 and 8, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Includes: 2 Fried Fish, French Fries, sides & a Drink $15 per plate.

Stations of the cross 7 p.m. Led by Knights of Columbus.

LUBBOCK CDA ST. JOSEPH The Catholic Daughters of America #1805 will hold an enchiladas fundraiser, March 4, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 102 N. Ave P, in the church gym. Cost is $8 and includes three cheese enchiladas, beans, rice, salad. Dessert .50.

Dine in or take-out.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST, 10805 Indiana, April 1, Enchiladas - Women's Ministry. 5:30-7 p.m.

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LEVELLAND SAINT MICHAEL FISH FRY, Knights of Columbus will be having their Fish Fry during the Fridays of Lent, from 5:30pm to 7:30 pm at the Parish Hall. It will be curbside service only, no dinein service. All carry out is $10 each.

ST. PATRICK'S HOLY NAME FISH FRY SCHEDULE April 8th, from 12-9 pm. Options include Fried Fish & Fries $10, or Salmon & Rice $12. They'll be serving in the church hall located at 1603 Cherry Ave.

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Memorials

URBANO RODRIGUEZ, 100, passed from this life on March 6, 2022. He was born June 20, 1921, in Cardenas Mexico S.L.P. to Enrique Salas and Ambrosia Rodriguez. He married Salustia Rodriguez July 27, 1940, and they shared 56 years together. He worked at Farmers Co-Op Compress and was a member of Jehovah's Witnesses. Urbano enjoyed studying his Bible and gardening.

Urbano is survived by his two daughters Maria Barbarita Rodriguez and Florentina Rodriguez of Mexico; his nine sons Lorenzo, J. Domingo, Eliseo, Aurelio, Rafael Rodriguez, Juan, Mario, Urbano, and Teofilo of Lubbock; 58 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Salustia Rodriguez.

To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.

RAYMOND DELEON, 78, of Lubbock, went to be with his Lord and Savior March 3, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 17, 1943 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Gil and Fabiana DeLeon. Raymond married Susan Johnson on December 31st, 1999. He worked as a machinist for 20+ years. He was known for his contribution to coaching and umpiring for many baseball teams.

He was proceeded in death by his brothers Pedro and Jesus DeLeon, his sisters Fransisca Garcia and Grace DeLeon, his sons Raymond DeLeon Jr. and Reynaldo DeLeon.

Raymond is survived by his wife Susan DeLeon; stepson, Jamie Quintana (Beatrice); sons Gill Ramon and Christopher DeLeon; brothers, Gil DeLeon Jr. and Jose DeLeon; sisters, Rosa Esparza, Minnie DeLeon (Arturo), and Janie Aguilar; 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

FIDENCIO VALENZUELA, 87, from Colonia Esperanza Chihuahua, Mexico passed away February 25, 2022. He was born September 11, 1934 to Cruz and Genoveva Valenzuela. Fidencio is survived by his wife Guadalupe Valenzuela, his five children: Margarita, Jose Antonio, Lorenzo, Santos, and Rosario; 10 grandchildren and 6 greatgrandchildren.

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THERESA TERRY T-ROD RODRIGUEZ (Apodaca), 48, of Levelland passed away on March 22nd 2022. She was born in Abernathy, TX on August 10, 1973.

She lived in Ralls, and graduated from Ralls High School in 1991. She attended The University of Texas at the Permian Basin and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1999. She taught at Levelland Middle School for 22 years.

Survivors include her mother Carmen Rodriguez. Her spouse of 21 years Eugene Apodaca; daughter, Clara Frances Rodriguez Apodaca; son, Noah Rodriguez; brother, Tomas Rodriguez; and sisters: Bernarda Rodriguez, Maria Juana Rodriguez Sanchez, Christina Rodriguez Munoz. As well as a host of nieces & nephews and her teacher friends and students from past to the present from Levelland ISD. She was preceded in death by her father, Victoriano Rodriguez J O S E P H O ' B R Y A N BURKS , 28, passed on March 9, 2022. He was born January 1, 1994 in Lubbock, to Angie Lee and Davey Roland Burks. He graduated from Lubbock High School in 2012 and was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Joseph enjoyed basketball, video games and playing with his son.

Joseph is survived by his son Urijah Jordan Burks; his siblings Davey and Vanessa Burks and Nicolas Orion Burks; his parents Angie and Davey Burks; his grandparents Maria and Jose Ortiz and Janie and Sammy Perez; his aunts and uncles Cecilia and Ray Cardenas, Josie and Joe Cruz, Patricia and Michael Zuniga, Samantha and Albert Ortiz, Sammy and Becky Perez, Paul and Audrey Perez, and Franky and Krisin Perez.

TOMAS GONZALEZ GONZALEZ, 60 of Lubbock passed away March 5, 2022.

He was born October 23, 1961, in Pachera, Chihuahua, Mexico to the late Tomas Gonzalez Rodriguez and Salome Gonzalez Armendariz. In 1982, he married Atocha Beltran in Mexico. Tomas was Catholic by faith. He was a hard worker and worked numerous years in the agricultural business.

He is preceded in death by his parents Tomas Gonzalez Rodriguez and Salome Gonzalez; brothers Roberto Gonzalez and Reynaldo Gonzalez; sisters Catalina Gonzalez and Socorro Gonzalez.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Atocha Gonzalez; a son Lorenzo Arturo Leon; daughters Jaqueline Gonzalez, Dalia Gonzalez and Viridiana Gonzalez; sisters Sylvia Gonzalez, Delfina Gonzalez, Irma Gonzalez, Imelda Gonzalez, Laura Elena Gonzalez; 10 grandchildren.

J U A N I T A GONZALEZ MOSQUEDA, 85 of Lubbock passed away February 27, 2022. She was born June 26, 1936, in Karnes City, Texas to the late Julian and Micqueda Gonzalez.

In 1954, she married Bonifacio Mosqueda Sr. in Karnes City. Juanita was Catholic and served as a Guadalupana for St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. She was a hard worker and worked for numerous years in the restaurant business, namely for La Malinche and Jose Ramirez Restaurant.

She is preceded in death by two daughters Olga Mosqueda and Olivia Rodriguez Those left to cherish her memory are her two sons Gary Mosqueda of San Antonio, and Bonifacio Mosqueda Jr. of Lubbock; four daughters Ofelia Taylor of Dallas, Dolores Mosqueda, Oralia Mosqueda, and Donna Mosqueda all of Lubbock; a sister Guadalupe Arriola of San Antonio and Victoria Brogic of Kennedy, Texas; 21 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 18 great-great-grandchildren.

JOSE LUIS PORTALES born March 26, 1964 and passed away March 24, 2022.

He was born in Tahoka, to Alfredo Portales and Dora Casarez. He has now been united with our heavenly father alongside with his parents and his brother Juan Manuel Portales. He is survived by his daughters Sulema and Melissa Portales and by his sisters Leticia and Pedro Tapia, Linda and Jose Sanchez, Venita V. Portales, Lucinda and Jose Godinez and four brothers, Jose Javier, Jose Alfredo, Patrick and Steve Portales. Joe graduated from O'Donnell High School in 1983. In his younger years he was an avid football player.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil ~ Psalm 23:4

V I C T O R I A "TORY" LUCERO passed from this life on March 23, 2022 at the age of 36. She was born February 3 to Tany Lucero and Everado Borjas. She was a graduate of Estacado High School and was self-employed. Tory enjoyed going on trips with her girls, hanging out with family and friends, and going to concerts.

Tory is survived by her two daughters Vivian and Vivica, her mother Tany LuceroSaldana (Estevan), her brothers Victor Borjas (Jennifer) and Raul Lucero-Hernandez (Mariah), four nieces, two nephews, her grandparents Sofia and Luciano Beltran, her father Everardo Borjas, grandparents Santos and Lydia Borjas, many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

THOMAS FRANCIS MCGOVERN (June 4, 1935 - March 21, 2022) - a man called by God - son of the late James and Rita McGovern, formerly of The Green, Cashel, Tipperary.

Predeceased by his sisters Carmel, Helen and Mary, will always be remembered and never forgotten by his family in Ireland and the UK - sisters Vera, Claire and Imelda. His brothers Jimmy, Albert and Martin. His nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces and his extended family and friends will always remember him fondly.

As a young priest Tom was brought to West Texas by the Amarillo Diocese of the Roman Catholic Church. He was the proud husband to Toni, father to Lexie (and husband Miguel) and grandfather to Mariluna, Esperanza, and Tomás.

He was a professor emeritus of psychiatry and director of the Center for Ethics, Humanities and Spirituality at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, where he spent more than 40 years of his career.

No one has gone through TTUHSC Center and Medical School without knowing and being supported by Dr. McGovern. His relationships know no bounds. In the cafeteria at the Health Science Center he spoke with everyone and was spoken to by all. He held space for everyone equally, from custodial & food preparers, to nurses, doctors, Directors, and Presidents.

Dr. McGovern is the founding editor of the Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly which he oversaw for the past 30 years. Current co-editors Susan Bergeson and Regina Baronia said of Tom: "It was with God in his heart that he saw the best in everyone.

Over his many years in recovery, he championed the cause of treatment and recovery for people with Alcohol and Substance Use Disorders. He had a passion for helping people, especially the marginalized. He made Regina and me better humans. He ultimately saved many lives and will be celebrated and missed by many. We will carry on the work that he did at ATQ, with your (researchers in addiction and recovery) continued assistance."

Many in our community recognize Tom's lilting Irish voice as the host of the radio program, Faith Matters, which he hosted for the last four years on KTTZ-FM 89.1.

An exquisite interviewer who helped every guest (from the novice to veteran) feel right at home and comfortable behind the microphone.

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Memorial Juan Castro Jr.

April 2, 1927 - May 11, 2001 To our beloved Juan Castro Jr., remembering your birthdays - the day you were born and the day you entered Heaven. We miss and love you.

Love always, Your loving Family & Friends God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. ~ Matthew 5:4

Memorial

Gonzalo Garcia Sr. Jan. 10, 1929 to April 29, 1995

25 Years and you remain in our hearts, and on our minds.

Your loving family, Gonzalo Jr., Nina, Vern, Philip,Susie, and Frankie and respective families

Memorial Raymundo Singleterry

4/10/43-3/29/18

To our beloved Raymundo remembering you - the day you entered Heaven. We miss and love you.

Love always, Your loving wife Mary, Family & Friends NOTE: American Flag displays that the individual was a veteran.

April Prayer

A PRAYER FOR TODAY Thank You, Almighty God, for making me righteous in the blood of your son's death. May people see in me, a reflection of your holiness, justice, and mercy as I try to share with them your grace. Through Jesus, your sacrifice for my sins I pray. Amen.

"God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.." ~ 2 Corinthians 5:21

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